Chapter 1689: No More Contact

During his journeys to the Spirit Thistle World and Spirit Tinkle Worlds, it seemed that Shang Xia had not achieved his goal of revenge. However, he not only determined the reason behind their betrayal, but he also successfully fucked with the Sages backing them and intimidated them. He proved that even when he was far from the Spirit Luxuriant World and had limited strength, his abilities still surpassed their clones.

Of course, sending a mere clone over wasn’t the extent of their abilities. At the very least, when they bestowed their power onto the high-level True Immortals of those worlds, those foreign Sages would be able to burst forth with even greater might. At the same time, they could avoid the suppression of the World’s Will to a great extent.

That was also a consideration Shang Xia had that caused him to not engage in a battle with those clones.

After successfully destroying the Five Element Teleportation Formation that connected the Spirit Thistle World and Spirit Tinkle World, Shang Xia no longer ventured to the other words around the Heaven Observation Field.

He chose to return to the Spirit Luxuriant World.

Since the Spirit Luxuriant World was in the process of transformation, and most of their True Immortals suffered injuries, Shang Xia knew that even if he didn’t wish to deepen the karmic bonds with his world, he shouldn’t be away for too long.

Just as he returned to the void around the Spirit Luxuriant World, he received a surprising transmission. A True Immortal from the Azure Qing World led experts from various factions to seek refuge. They hoped to receive protection from Shang Xia and the Spirit Luxuriant World.”

The group of experts had been arranged to wait in the Spirit Luxuriant Palace that had barely been rebuilt since the invasion. When Kou Chongxue heard the news, he exited seclusion and went to the Spirit Luxuriant Palace in order to show how seriously he was taking it.

After the Spirit Luxuriant Palace had been destroyed by the invasion of the 3 Sages, the Spirit Luxuriant World rebuilt it to a much larger scale. At the same time, they didn’t place it too far from the heavenly screen.

Shang Xia didn’t wish to personally go so close to the heavenly screen and potentially affect the world's ascension, so he created a True Immortal-level clone to enter the Spirit Luxuriant Palace.

Kou Chongxue sat at the head of the hall in the palace and even though his injuries weren’t fully restored, he looked a lot better. At the very least, no one could tell that he was in a weakened state.

Sitting beside him was a pretty buff True Immortal who had feminine facial features.

The Spirit Luxuriant World had a pretty good understanding of the high level experts of the various worlds, and Shang Xia’s clone quickly identified the newcomer as Xiao Yugang, a second tier True Immortal from the Azure Qing World.

Seated below Xiao Yugang were 6 cultivators in the Martial Dipper Realm. All of them were in the third element of the Martial Dipper Realm or higher and they clearly made up the upper echelons of the Azure Qing World.

Aside from Kou Chongxue, several cultivators of the Spirit Luxuriant World were also present. Liu Jingsheng and Ge Qingzhu were also present, along with Lu Bailu of the Jianmen Gate.

Compared to the tense cultivators of the Azure Qing World, the members of the Spirit Luxuriant World were naturally much more relaxed.

The second Shang Xia’s clone entered the hall, and everyone except Kou Chongxue got to their feet and bowed in unison.

Shang Xia’s clone didn’t put on airs. He nodded slightly at Kou Chongxue before inviting everyone to sit.

Once everyone was seated again, Shang Xia casually took a seat next to Lu Bailu. Kou Chongxue then made the introductions with the cultivators of the Azure Qing World.

Finally, Kou Chongxue detailed the purpose of their visit.

Since Shang Xia wasn’t too far away, he was able to synchronize his senses with his clone and learn about what was discussed in the hall.

Eventually, Xiao Yugang spoke. “Now, the Heaven Observation Field is plagued with troubles from both inside and out. My world has been repeatedly probed by unidentified individuals. We’re coerced by other major powers and they’re treating my world as something they can be harvested indefinitely. We have no choice but to shamelessly seek Sage Shang’s protection and the help of the Spirit Luxuriant World.”

Such words and tone were quite humble when spoken by a True Immortal.

Of course... With a Sage in command and their world undergoing a transformation to an Essence World, the Spirit Luxuriant World had both the qualifications and strength to accept their request.

However, Kou Chongxue didn’t agree immediately. Instead, he asked, "Those probes from outside the Heaven Observation Field are one thing, but there are only so few Spirit Worlds inside. Those that surpass your Azure Qing World should only be the 5 Spirit Worlds and the Star Origin Dao Field. Which one of them is exploiting you?”

Xiao Yugang, knowing that he had to show his sincerity, explained, “The high-level True Immortals of the Spirit Mammoth World and Spirit Abundance World came separately. The Star Origin Dao Field also hinted at them planning to take over our world. However, after the Star Origin Dao Field devoured the Azure Star World and Azure Sea World, they no longer bothered with us. We narrowly avoided disaster back then...”

He paused slightly, then continued, "Our world used to be closely related to the Spirit Tinkle World. However, I don’t need to elaborate on their recent misfortunes. Previously, mutual restraints among the various worlds at least allowed my world to survive. Now, with the issues in the Essence Ping World escalating, we have to plan for the future.”

A frown appeared on Kou Chongxue’s face as he asked, “What exactly did the Spirit Mammoth World and Spirit Abundance World ask of you?”

Xiao Yugang sighed, "A third of our world origin to help them complete the ascension to an Essence World. Once they succeed, they will integrate our world into their Heavenly Field. According to them, we will possess the protection of an Essence World and a Sage.”

"And during the process, my world has to obey their every command. We can’t refuse to rush into battle as long as they give the word.”

"A third of your world origin?” Shang Xia was stunned. He instantly understood why the Azure Qing World had been reluctant to seek refuge with the more well-established Spirit Mammoth World or Spirit Abundance World.

Kou Chongxue then asked, "So... For you to come to us and request protection... Once our world ascends and establishes our Heavenly Field, what can your world offer us?”

Xiao Yugang looked around at those around him before giving a grave declaration. “We are willing to offer a sixth of our world origin. The Martial Dipper Realm cultivators of our world will assist your world in combat, whether it is defending against foreign invasions or the dispute related to the Essence Ping World.”

Kou Chongxue seemed to fall deep into thought. However, he was communicating secretly with the other True Immortals of the Spirit Luxuriant World.

Before he could say anything, Shang Xia’s clone spoke. “Add 1 more thing. The entire martial arts system of your Azure Qing World has to be opened up to our world without reservation.”

As soon as Shang Xia’s clone spoke, everyone from the Azure Qing World started whispering among themselves. Shang Xia’s request clearly touched on their core interests.

Xiao Yugang bit his lip before he growled in a low voice, "We agree. However, once your world completes its ascension process and establishes a Heavenly Field, my world must be the first to join. When the time comes, you have to support us in becoming a Spirit World!”

Shang Xia’s clone looked at Kou Chongxue and nodded. “I have no objections to that.”

With that, Kou Chongxue stood up and declared, “Alright. This is settled then!”